Quetta, Sep 30 (NationPress) A devastating explosion near the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters on Zarghun Road in Quetta, Pakistan, has led to the tragic loss of at least 10 lives and left over 20 individuals injured, according to local media reports.

In response to the attack, security forces confirmed the death of six assailants, including a suicide bomber. The bombing, which involved a suicide bomber detonating explosives near the FC headquarters, was followed by heavy gunfire, as reported by Samaa TV.

The explosion caused widespread chaos, breaking windows and damaging motorcycles, rickshaws, and other parked vehicles. Eyewitness footage captured the scene, showing thick smoke rising into the air.

The Civil Hospital Quetta reported the arrival of 10 deceased individuals and is currently providing medical care to more than 20 injured victims, some of whom are in critical condition.

Rescue teams transported the injured to medical facilities, while security personnel secured the area. Bomb disposal units were deployed to assess the explosives used in the attack.

Pakistani security officials announced that all six attackers, including the suicide bomber, were neutralized during the operation. Reports indicated that two personnel from the Frontier Corps sustained injuries during the incident.

Balochistan's Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti condemned the attack and reiterated his commitment to restoring peace and security in the region. He stated, "The sacrifices of our people and security forces will not be in vain. We are dedicated to ensuring a peaceful and secure Balochistan." He extended condolences to the victims' families and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured.

Just days prior, on September 24, a bomb blast targeting the Jaffar Express passenger train en route to Quetta resulted in injuries to 12 individuals, including women and children, in the Spizend area of Mastung.

Six carriages of the train, traveling from Peshawar to Quetta, were derailed due to the explosion, leading to several passengers being injured, as reported by Dawn.

On September 23, another explosion occurred near the main railway track connecting Balochistan with the rest of Pakistan, coinciding with the departure of the Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express from Quetta Railway Station. Police confirmed that an explosive device planted on the track detonated as the train passed through the Spizend area.